Presenting the Ugears Marble Run Chain Hoist—an exciting combination of art
and engineering. The Marble Run Chain Hoist is both a beautiful kinetic
sculpture and an intricate toy that teaches as it entertains. This DIY wooden
marble run features a chain hoist powered by a hand crank, and a series of
tracks, each with its own unique and fun obstacle or element. Turn the handle
clockwise to set the machine in motion, and watch as the wooden chain hoist
collects and lifts the marbles to the top of the machine, where a 3-way switch
distributes them on different tracks. One marble plunges down a chute with a
loop-the-loop at the bottom; the next tumbles down the various stages of the
cascades, while three others are collected in the accumulator then released down
one of three short tracks. All marbles pass through the common tray or collector
before returning to the chain hoist to be lifted on their next journey.
The Marble Run Chain Hoist is modular, and can be connected to other Marble Run
Chain Hoists (2 or 4 models can be connected, in pairs) using special connectors
(included). Attach two Marble Run Chain Hoists together frontally, or connect
four together, both frontally and laterally, for a mini system of hoists and
runs.
The world's tallest rolling ball sculpture, at 72 feet, is the
"Energy Machine," located inside the Hong Kong Science Museum. At one foot tall
our Ugears wooden marble run may not be the biggest, but we think it's the
cutest! Multiple elements are packed into a compact space in our DIY Marble Run
Chain Hoist, keeping you guessing which path your favorite marble will take. As
marbles enter the 3-way switch each marble closes a "door" behind it, allowing
the next marble to pass further. The third marble, passing through the last
hole, opens the doors using a lever.
Experience the satisfaction of
building your own intriguing, 3D puzzle/kinetic sculpture/marble run with your
own hands. Everything you need for this fun DIY project comes right in the box,
including pre-cut wooden boards, 10 marbles, wax and sandpaper (for optimal gear
function). Each Ugears model kit, 3D puzzle, or brain teaser comes with a set of
detailed, illustrated instructions in 11 languages. The Marble Run Chain Hoist
has 400 pieces, is rated "Medium" level, and has an estimated assembly time of 7
hours. As you build this ingenious wooden marble run, you will learn about the
action and interplay of drive gears and driven gears in gear sets, the delicate
action of counterweights, and be intrigued by the mechanics of the 3-way switch
and accumulator as they determine the marbles' course.
You and your
family will have hours of fun constructing this DIY kit together, without need
of glue or special tools. Just snap the wooden pieces out of their laser pre-cut
boards, then snap them together and watch your marble run take shape. Our
high-quality precision laser-cut pieces are made from natural wood composites,
have a wonderful smell, and fit together snugly. If you break a piece during the
build, no problem! Ugears models each come with a few spare parts, and if it's
a unique piece that's damaged or broken, just contact our customer service and
we will gladly send you a replacement part free of charge! Free replacement
parts—just part of Ugears' commitment to customer service.
The fun
doesn't stop with the build. With static models the completed model often gets
put on a high shelf collecting dust. Not so with Ugears! Once you finish
building this DIY marble run the fun is just beginning! Watch the wooden puzzle
come to life as you crank the hoist to send the marbles on their adventures. For
anyone looking for a toy that will give more than 5 minutes of fun, a marble run
is certain to capture the attention of any child (or adult!).
Model size:
10.6*12*10.6 in (27.5*30.5*27 cm) Package size: 14.9*6.7*1.3 in (37.8*17*3.4
cm) Number of components: 400 Estimated time for assembly: 7 hours
;)